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The Washington State Capitol building is pictured in this file photo.
State House Passes Bills to Ban Assault Weapons and Require Background Checks, Safety Training for Gun Purchases
After years of attempts, Democrats in the Washington House of Representatives passed a ban on assault weapons late Wednesday. The measure was approved one day after the House voted 52-44 requiring … more
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A motion-triggered camera captures members of the Profanity Peak Pack in northeastern Washington in June 2017.
Washington Wolf Bill Likely Dead in Legislature
A bill that would have given local governments in Eastern Washington more authority to kill and move wolves is likely dead. House Bill 1674 was introduced to the Washington Legislature earlier … more
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The Capitol building in Olympia, home to the Senate and House chambers, is lit up on the evening of Thursday, Feb. 16.
Washington May Make It Easier to Build Backyard Cottages in a Bid to Ease the Housing Crisis
OLYMPIA — More backyard cottages could soon pop up across Washington. So-called accessory dwelling units, often referred to as in-law suites, provide independent living  on the same lot … more
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The Washington Capitol building is lit up against the night sky in Olympia on Thursday, Feb. 16.
Washington Legislature Looks to Bar Qualified Immunity for Police
OLYMPIA — Law enforcement officers in Washington may soon have less legal protection if they engage in unconstitutional behavior. A bill making its way through the Legislature aims to tackle … more
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State Senate Unanimously Approves Bill Making State Nickname Official
The state Senate on Monday approved Senate Bill 5595, officially making “The Evergreen State” Washington’s nickname. The nickname had already been the state’s unofficial … more
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The Washington state Capitol building stands against clear skies in Olympia on Thursday, Jan. 5.
Legislature Moves to Tighten Drunk Driving Laws
Ashley Bonus said she began her fight against impaired driving after her sister, Stacy Gammons-Ankerfelt, died in an accident in 2012.  Now, she wants a new law that lowers the blood alcohol … more
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New Nickname, Same as the Old Nickname, Proposed in State Legislature
Washington state might have an official nickname if a bill that passed a Senate committee becomes law, but it’s not really “new.” You’ve seen it on everything from license … more
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The Clark County Sheriff's Office's Drug Task Force recently completed a fentanyl investigation. A news release from the sheriff's office stated 13,000 fentanyl pills and two pounds of methamphetamine were seized. Stephen Van Ness, 48, was arrested for possession of controlled substance with intent to distribute, according to the release. Photographed here is the recovered drug evidence.
Legalizing Fentanyl Test Strips Proposed in State Legislature
Allisone McClanahan suffered from severe chronic pain and fibromyalgia. To ease her pain, the 26-year-old took a pain pill from a friend she thought contained oxycodone. Instead, she died of a drug … more
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Fentanyl
Washington Bill Would Lead to Standards for Police Dogs to Be Trained to Find Fentanyl
The war against the use of illegal fentanyl will get some extra help in the future from drug sniffing dogs trained to detect the substance. That’s the intent of House Bill 1635, introduced … more
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Proposal in Washington Legislature Would Expand Running Start to Sophomores 
The Running Start program, which allows high school juniors and seniors to earn college level credits, will expand to include sophomores, if a proposal in the state Legislature is … more
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State Republican Lawmakers Criticize Democrats Over Police Pursuit Bill
State Sen. Mike Padden, R-Spokane Valley, criticized his Democratic colleagues on the state Senate Law and Justice Committee on Friday for rejecting Republican attempts to reform what he called a … more
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Students enter a bus in this file photo.
Adding Days to School Year Proposed in Legislature to Reduce Learning Loss
Students should spend more time in school and less time on break so they retain the learning they acquire during the school year. That’s the opinion of Sen. Brad Hawkins, R-East Wenatchee, … more
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Diarrhetic Shellfish Poison Leads to Closure for Shellfish Harvesting in Budd Inlet
A marine biotoxin that causes diarrhetic shellfish poison (DSP) has been detected at unsafe levels in shellfish in Budd Inlet in Thurston County. As a result, the Washington State Department of … more
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Gov. Jay Inslee is pictured.
State Representatives Sponsor Bill Again Attempting to Reform Governor’s Emergency Powers
State Rep. Chris Corry, R-Yakima, introduced a new bill last week that would reform the governor’s emergency powers, according to a statement released on Tuesday, Jan. 17.  House Bill … more
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The Washington State Capitol building in Olympia is pictured.
Bill Proposes Sealing Name Changes for Abuse Victims
People who change their names to hide from their abusers should be afforded more privacy. That, at least, is the conclusion Maia Xiao came to after a transgender friend committed suicide after … more
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A person holds up a sign that says “Keep Parents Rights” at the Washington State Capitol in this photo provided by Sen. Jim McCune’s office.
Sen. McCune Introduces Trio of Bills to Create a Parents’ Bill of Rights in Senate
State Sen. Jim McCune introduced legislation on Wednesday, Jan. 25, which would recognize the “fundamental rights of parents to direct the upbringing and education of their … more
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Gov. Jay Inslee delivers his State of the State address on Jan. 10 at the Capitol in Olympia.
Gov. Inslee Told to Expect Lawsuit Over 'Out of Balance' Wildlife Commission
Washingtonians for Wildlife Conservation announced last week that it intends to sue Gov. Jay Inslee for an “out of balance” wildlife commission that fails to represent multiple … more
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Breathalyzer Bill Would Lower Threshold for DUIs in Washington From .08 to .05
A new bill in the Washington State Senate could lower the Blood Alcohol Content threshold for DUIs from 0.08 to 0.05 statewide. The bill, SB 5002, was put forward by state Sen. John Lovick, D-Mill … more
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The Washington State Capitol is seen in Olympia.
Bill Proposes Relaxing Restrictions on Low-Dose Cannabis Drinks
Consumers will be able to purchase more low-THC liquid-infused products in a single purchase if a bill in the Legislature wins approval.  “HB 1249 is necessary to ensure that the … more
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The Washington state Capitol building stands against clear skies in Olympia on Thursday, Jan. 5.
Washington Legislature Looks to Set Up State-Run Apprenticeship Programs for Students
OLYMPIA — Washington students may soon have another option in high school — a state-run apprenticeship program in a number of different fields. As the Legislature looks to tackle … more
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